Anthropologie Temporary Merchandise Assistant - Decorative Textiles

Anthropologie•Philadelphia, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Anthropologie is looking for a Merchandise Assistant (MA) to support the daily operational functions within their designated buying area. This role will support the buying team in managing the overall merchandise flow and develop key cross-functional relationships with market and internal partners, including the distribution center, design, and production teams. The MA will also partner with the Buyer and/or Associate Buyer on all necessary tasks.

Requirements

Retail experience or internship preferred.
Must exhibit strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail Oriented.
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
An understanding of the customer's wants and needs and the ability to identify the appropriate product/trend that will appeal to the customer and meet their needs.
Ability to prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks; exhibits a high sense of urgency.
Must demonstrate creative thinking; is proactive and can problem solve.

Responsibilities

Own web turnover: Manage web photo sample request process.
Support product development process through sample management.
Request presentation samples of all items on order (for PR, web photo, meetings) and ensure they are timely, organized, prioritized and present upon request.
Address problems with availability proactively or immediately.
Responsible for all tracking, shipping, and receiving, including returning samples to vendors in a timely manner.
Accurately and efficiently communicate changes/updates to cross-functional teams and critical partners.
Balance/understand priorities for sample needs.
Conduct weekly web audits to ensure all styles and colors are activated, look for issues/errors, read customer reviews, and report back to the team in the internal Monday morning meeting.
Become an expert in the product assortment and a source of information for the team on product launches and sample locations.
Maintain a positive attitude.
Follow through on projects to completion.
Manage meeting requests, as well as provide agendas/recaps.
Develop well-thought-out comments and opinions using both POV and data to contribute to business meetings (product reviews, customer feedback etc.).
Suggest opportunities for process improvement, greater organization, or efficiency.
Display the ability to find work and offer help to teammates during downtime or crunch time.
Remain flexible as team priorities shift.